Navi Mumbai, Nov 2 (PTI) South African captain Laura Wolvaardt said she "couldn't be prouder" of her team's campaign in the ICC Women's World Cup and promised to get stronger in the coming times after they lost to India in the title clash here on Sunday.

Asked to bat first, India posted a challenging 298 for seven in their allotted 50 overs and then bowled out South Africa for 246 in 46.5 overs to win the game by 52 runs and lift their maiden world title.

Wolvaardt was the losing finalist's top performer, scoring a magnificent century while keeping the team's hopes alive until she was at the crease.

"I could not be prouder of this team for the campaign we had. Brilliant cricket throughout but outplayed today (by India). Unfortunate to be on the losing side but we will definitely grow fr

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